Page 7 - BrockCoNewsletterMay June-2021

MICROS & MACROS: SPIRULINA

Spirulina is a type of cyanobacteria (blue- magnesium, zinc, and selenium. It does
green algae) found in alkaline water contain a protein and a small number of
sources. It grows in extremely inhospitable carbohydrates. Because this is considered
conditions and is usually cultivated in a supplement and not a food source, the
FOCUS ON WELLNESS: EATING PRODUCE, FOLLOW THE RAINBOW natural or human-made lakes and is freeze- FDA does not regulate it like other dietary
dried when harvested. It is sold in powder supplements. Be sure to research the origin
form, capsules, or flakes and is used to of the item before you purchase it. There
prepare smoothies or sprinkled on salads, are no current recommendations for the
soups, fruits, or vegetables. amount to consume. Use sparingly at first to
be sure there are no dietary complications.
The nutrient per calorie ratio places its
classification as a superfood. It is classified Sources:
as nutrient-dense since it contains high https://www.livescience.com/48853-spirulina-
amounts of vitamins A, C, E, and B. It is a supplement-facts.html
good source of the micronutrients calcium,

From the Kitchen: STRAWBERRY OATMEAL SMOOTHIE

Yield: 4 servings
INGREDIENTS:
3 cups strawberries, fresh or frozen
1 cup old-fashioned oats, cooked
1 ½ cups nonfat plain Greek yogurt
3 Tbsp. brown sugar
1/8 tsp. cinnamon, ground
¼ tsp. vanilla
¼ cup oat, soy or almond milk

INSTRUCTIONS:
Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend until
mixed thoroughly.

Adapted From:
https://shewearsmanyhats.com/strawberry-
oatmeal-smoothie-recipe/

Calories 175, Total Carbohydrates 34g,
Dietary Fiber 3g, Added Sugars 10g,
Cholesterol 10g, Total Fat 1g, Saturated Fat 0g,
Sodium 108mg, Protein 15g